Eat Greater Des Moines collaborates with local farms, gardens, and private landowners to lead volunteers in harvesting excess produce and bringing it to local organizations serving food-insecure people.

With the help of volunteers ("gleaners"), Eat Greater Des Moines reduces food loss by harvesting surplus produce and distributing it through our food rescue network made-up of organizations and groups supporting our community members in need. With the help of volunteers, Eat Greater Des Moines can provide this free service to farmers and purchase this produce at wholesale costs.

We recognize that each location is different. We work with your team to understand site harvest techniques, property/land usage guidelines, etc. to create precise gleaning opportunities tailored to your farm. We take gleaning seriously and make sure to take all the precautions necessary to respect your land and build trust.